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Savory Marsala Chicken with Creamy Orzo

Golden seared chicken in rich Marsala mushroom sauce served over creamy parmesan orzo.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marsala
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 8 oz mushrooms
  • 0.75 cup Marsala wine
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
Creamy Orzo
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Dredge and sear chicken until golden.
  2. Cook mushrooms and deglaze with Marsala.
  3. Add broth, cream, and simmer with chicken.
  4. Cook orzo and stir in parmesan and cream.

Notes

Use dry Marsala wine for best flavor balance.